PASTOR ANGELA RESIGNS
"During this season of harvest, during this season of thanksgiving, I am filled with gratitude for these past 7 years at Immanuel..."
A Gift for Pastor Angela
In honor of Pastor Angela's 7 years serving Immanuel a gift from the congregation will be given to her at her final service Nov. 23rd (Thanksgiving Eve).
You can contribute towards a gift for Pastor Angela by either:
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Donating online, or
- Drop a check off in the office with "Pastor Angela" in the memo line.
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FAMILY CRAFTING EVENT
Sunday, Oct. 30, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Help create crafts that can be sold at Anna's Craft Sale on Nov. 6 learn more about the work of Redeemer Center for Life: work together on a tie blanket, learn a new craft, or bring a craft of your own to work on and to teach to others! ALL AGES WELCOME. More...
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CIRCLE OF WELCOME
WELCOMING 6 AFGHAN REFUGEES
November Update
Updates about:
Ways You Can Help:
- Volunteer to be a driver to VEAP. More...
- Contribute to a "transportation fund". More...
- Need for warm winter clothes. More...
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ALL SAINTS SUNDAY
November 6 with candle lighting to remember the saints who have gone before us and we have a Habitat for Humanity guest with presentation of a gift.
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GIVING/STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY WITH BREAKFAST
November 20
We come together to:
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Give thanks to God for the faithful generosity of the people of Immanuel.
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Make our pledge/estimate of giving toward our Annual Operating Budget for 2023 by:
- returning our pledge cards (which will be mailed soon), or by
- submitting our pledges online
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Share in a breakfast, 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. Egg bake, pancakes and fruit. Please sign up to donate an egg bake and contact marykay@immanuel.us if you'd like to volunteer to help prepare/serve the meal.
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Wednesday, November 23, 7 p.m.
- Pastor Angela's final sermon/worship.
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Thanksgiving Food Drive: You are invited to bring a food donation for PROP (our local food shelf) and bring it forward to the altar during our processional offering. Donations can also be dropped off at Immanuel through Sunday, November 27.
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Intergenerational Choir (Details coming)
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Pie Social: Sign up to donate a pie!
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Sanctuary reorganizing (volunteers needed)
- Details...
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COAT & WARM ITEMS DRIVE
FOR LOAVES & FISHES
We are accepting donations through October 31! Details...
All sizes are needed for men, women & children: new & gently used coats, hoodies , socks & gloves, hotel size samples of shampoo/soap.
You can also make a donation and we'll do the shopping:
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LWR MATCHING CHALLENGE
HELP US MEET OUR GOAL!
Our gifts will support the work of LWR in Ukraine & Tanzania!
An Immanuel member will match all Lutheran World Relief (LWR) donations through October 31 up to $5,000! Help us meet our goal!
You can support this work of loving our neighbors through: A check made payable to Immanuel with LWR in the memo, Stock donations, or by giving online (LWR button).
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RECHARGE!
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 2
We gather to connect, recharge, support and encourage one another while sharing a meal. Details...
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RANDY RYSKI FUNERAL
Saturday, November 5
Noon - Visitation
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ANNA'S CRAFT SALE
Sunday, Nov. 6, 8 a.m. - Noon
CRAFTERS ARE NEEDED! Craft items can be dropped in Savannah's office through Nov. 4. More...
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SALT (SENIORS) EVENTS
THEOLOGY OVER COFFEE
Thursday November 17, 1 p.m., Living Room
Discussions with Pastor Paul are always engaging and interesting with a good amount of humor.
SALT CHRISTMAS LUNCH
Thursday, December 8
We will be sharing our Christmas traditions with a nice lunch and music from the new Music Director. Details to follow.
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PREPARE/PACKAGE FOOD
SERVICE PROJECT AT HUMANITY ALLIANCE
Saturday, Nov. 12, 9 a.m. - 12 noon
People of all ages are invited to help prepare/package food that will go to families who need food. Details and sign up...
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HOPS & HOPE BOOK DISCUSSION
Tuesday, Nov. 15, 6:30 p.m.
We'll be discussing Shalom and the Community of Creation: An Indigenous Vision, by Randy S. Woodley.
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BEST PRACTICES IN SUICIDE PREVENTION
QUESTION, PERSUADE, REFER (QPR)
Wednesday, November 16, 6:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. - Fellowship Hall
Just like CPR, QPR is an emergency response to someone in crisis and can save lives. Registration is required for this free class and is limited to 40 people. Details and link to register.
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BAPTISM ORIENTATION
Sunday, November 20, 11 a.m.
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SMORGASBORD
Thursday, December 1, 6:15 - 9 p.m.
Please join us for a delicious meal, great conversation, Christmas entertainment and the warmth of church fellowship.
Sign up will begin in the atrium on Saturday, Nov. 5 and Sunday, Nov. 6.
If you cannot attend Immanuel in-person please contact Gary Gilbertson, 952-941-6849, to get your tickets. Details on our website.
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JOURNEY TO ITALY
Registration is now open for the Oct. '23 tour!
The trip brochure, highlighting the itinerary and all pertinent details, and the registration information documents are now available online: Italy Tour.
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SERVE LIKE JESUS
Making a Difference Together
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SNOW SHOVELERS NEED
Sign up to shovel snow on 3 or 4 weekends a season and serve our faith community! Snow blower provided! Contact marykay@immanuel.us
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BLOOD DRIVE
Wednesday, Nov. 9. 2 - 6 p.m.
There is an urgent need for blood donations, now more than ever! Please go to the MBC website for this drive as soon as possible to sign-up. There are options to make either a standard whole blood or double red cell donation. More...
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Saturday, November 19 - Chaska
You can help make a positive impact for hard working families in need. We need volunteers to help on the construction team, bring lunch, and take photos. No experience required. Minimum age 16 for construction volunteers. More and to sign up...
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BREAKFAST AT SIMPSON SHELTER
Saturday, December 3, 6:15 - 9:30 a.m.
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DONATE DIAPERS
Donations of diapers, baby wipes and sanitary pads are needed - these items are in high demand for families accessing food shelves. Online signup to donate or deliver diapers.
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FAITH AT HOME
October 30 - November 5
Resources to help nurture your faith throughout the week.
Adults:
Children & Families:
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